The Paramount Queenmother of the Mampong Traditional Area, Nana Agyakoma Difie II, has led a delegation to pay a courtesy call on the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, to express the profound appreciation of the Mampong Traditional Council for the Ministry’s support during the one-week observation and final funeral rites of the late Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, Mamponghene and former Member of the Council of State.

The visit, which took place at the Ministry on Tuesday, 24^th June, 2025, was a symbolic gesture of gratitude to the Minister and his team for standing in solidarity with the people of Mampong during their period of mourning. Nana Agyakoma Difie II, speaking on behalf of the delegation, emphasized that the presence and contributions of the Ministry brought honour and comfort to the bereaved traditional area.

She recalled that prior to the funeral rites, she had officially called on the Minister to inform him of the passing of the late Daasebre Osei Bonsu II. In response, the Minister had assured the delegation of the Ministry’s full support, in recognition of the late Chief’s service to national development and the chieftaincy institution.

“True to his word, the Honourable Minister extended immense support to us, both in representation and in resources, which we do not take for granted,” the Mampong Hemaa stated.

On his part, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, reiterated the government’s respect for traditional authorities and its commitment to strengthening the institution of chieftaincy. He described the late Mamponghene as a statesman of high repute whose wisdom and leadership left a lasting imprint on Ghana’s governance and traditional landscape.

The meeting concluded with assurances of continued collaboration between the Ministry and the Mampong Traditional Area in advancing the role of traditional leadership in national development.

Source: Darling Maame Efua Cann

 (Public Relations Unit- MLGCRA)

A cross-sector technical meeting has been convened in Accra to take stock of Ghana’s progress in delivering on its climate action commitments under the second Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC 2.0). These commitments reflect Ghana’s pledge, as part of the global Paris Agreement, to combat climate change through both emission reduction (mitigation) and improved resilience to climate impacts (adaptation).

Organised by the Environmental Health and Sanitation Directorate of the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs (MLGCRA), the session brought together key technical officers and representatives from various sectors, including waste management, water, health, infrastructure, and local governance. Their task was to evaluate what has been achieved since the country submitted its NDC 2.0 and to help shape the direction for the next round of climate actions.

Discussions centered on how well-planned interventions have been rolled out, particularly in vulnerable sectors. Special emphasis was placed on environmental health and sanitation areas directly linked to both the causes and effects of climate change. Stakeholders identified a need to ramp up community-level actions such as sustainable waste disposal, climate-informed planning, and public awareness campaigns that address health and environmental risks simultaneously.

The meeting also highlighted the broader co-benefits of climate action, including job creation, protection of public health, and building more resilient cities. Participants stressed that for progress to be sustained, strong collaboration between local and central government institutions is essential, especially in aligning policy priorities and implementing practical solutions at the grassroots level.

Equally, the importance of robust data systems, financing frameworks, and institutional coordination was underscored as critical enablers for tracking progress and scaling impact.

Findings from the session will feed into Ghana’s national climate reporting and support the development of its next NDC, helping to ensure transparency, policy coherence, and continued momentum toward a climate-smart future.

This technical review is part of Ghana’s ongoing commitment to global climate accountability and national development that leaves no one behind.

Source: Stephanie Edem Klutsey

 (Public Relations Unit MLGCRA)

The La Traditional Council is set to resume full operations following a formal engagement with the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, marking a new phase of administrative restoration and renewed commitment to traditional leadership within the La Traditional Area.

The decision to reinstate the Council comes after a delegation led by the Acting President, Nii Adjei Koofeh IV, called on the Ministry on Tuesday, 24th June 2025, to discuss critical issues affecting the Council’s operations. The meeting, held at the Ministry in Accra, provided a platform for dialogue on the path forward, following a suspension that had halted the Council’s functions for several months.

The suspension, which took effect in September 2024, followed institutional concerns that necessitated a pause in the Council’s operations. The Ministry, acting in consultation with the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs, intervened in the interest of safeguarding traditional governance and ensuring that the right structures were in place to promote accountability, administrative order, and the public good. This period allowed for internal reflection, system strengthening, and engagement on how best to reposition the Council for effective service delivery.

Addressing the delegation, the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim (MP), urged the Council’s leadership and registrars to work collaboratively and diligently to ensure that all necessary documentation and institutional processes required for reinstatement are completed without delay. He underscored the importance of responsible leadership, stating that the La Traditional Area is endowed with valuable resources that require effective and transparent stewardship for the benefit of present and future generations.

In her remarks, the Deputy Minister, Hon. Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, who received the delegation on behalf of the Minister, expressed optimism about the Council’s return to operational status. As the Deputy Minister responsible for the area, she reiterated her commitment to facilitating resolution of the Council’s longstanding concerns. She noted that some of the issues raised, including land administration, boundary disputes, and governance coordination were already being addressed, and assured the delegation that she would work closely with the Municipal Chief Executive of La Dadekotopon and the Minister to ensure a seamless transition.

For his part, Nii Adjei Koofeh IV expressed gratitude to the Ministry for the opportunity to engage and highlighted the difficulties that had emerged due to the Council’s prolonged closure. According to him, several urgent matters particularly relating to land and community development had been left unattended, creating a vacuum in local governance and decision-making. He emphasized the readiness of the Council to embrace reforms and restore public confidence through accountable leadership and consensus-building.

The reopening of the Council marks a significant step toward the reestablishment of traditional authority and the revitalization of customary administration in the La Traditional Area. As stakeholders work to reconstitute operations, the focus remains on unity, transparency, and a forward-looking approach to governance that honours both tradition and the demands of contemporary local development.

Source: Darling Maame Efua Cann & Chantal Aidoo

 (Public Relations Unit MLGCRA)